With leading flavor brands, trend-trackers, research chefs, flavor technologists and sensory scientists around the globe, we are the source
home cooks and professional chefs alike turn to for flavor and culinary inspiration.

Consumer Testing

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We really count on consumer taste buds to develop our flavor products. That includes your taste buds. If you’re interested in
joining our testing program, that’s awesome! Read on to see how easy and fun it is.

What’s it like to be a consumer taste tester?

You may be asked to sample a range of foods, snacks and beverages—during tasting sessions in the day or the evening—at our
Hunt Valley, Maryland, location or from your home. You’ll be paid, of course. How much depends on the type and duration of the
taste test, and you can participate up to four times per year.

How does McCormick consumer testing work?

We pick consumers from our database who meet the demographic requirements for the product we’re testing. If you’re chosen, you’ll
receive an email inviting you to answer a few questions about an upcoming test. After you answer them, our system will let you know
whether or not you qualify for that test.

When do we test and how often?

We conduct tests Monday–Friday during day and evening hours. You can join the fun up to four times per year, once every three months.
Once you participate in a test, you will not be eligible to be called for the next three months.